Great Smoky Easter Arts and Crafts Show

The Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community is an 8 mile loop of shops, studios, cafes, and galleries located just 3 miles from downtown Gatlinburg. It was established in 1937 and it is now a booming and incredibly important part of the Great Smoky Mountains area. The loop has even been designated a Tennessee Heritage Arts and Crafts Trail. Throughout the community, visitors will meet artisans who create handmade quilts, baskets, stained glass, pottery, jewelry, dolls, ceramics, clothing and watercolors. The work of these artisans has become a great part of the culture of the Great Smoky Mountains, and you can find some really amazing pieces on a visit here.

While most shops are open 7 days a week all year long, the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community holds several special holiday shows throughout the year. Coming up April 4th through 7th, this group of artisans will be hosting the Great Smoky Easter Arts and Crafts Show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Unique products will be available to buy, and guests may also enjoy many demonstrations of woodworking, basket weaving, and more. Admission is free, so this is a great event for the family. Kids and adults will enjoy spending several hours browsing the aisles of handmade items.

Here are just a few of the booths you might find at this year’s Easter show: